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PhD in Physics

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  • 398 institutions
  • 77 countries
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    Physics (PhD)

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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    Physics (Doctoral Degree Program)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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    Solod-State Quantum Device and Quantum Physics Frontier Problem (Doctorate)

    Beijing Institute of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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    Materials Physics and Technology (PhD)

    University of Pais Vasco 🇪🇸 Parque Tecnológico de Bizkaia, Spain

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    PhD in Physics

    Colorado State University 🇺🇸 Fort Collins, United States

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    Physics (PhD)

    Washington State University 🇺🇸 Pullman, United States

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    Physics, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

    University of Nevada - Las Vegas 🇺🇸 Las Vegas, United States

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    Biological Physics (PhD)

    Department of Physics and Astronomy, University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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    Geophysics (PhD)

    University of California, San Diego 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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    Marine Geo-physics (Doctorate)

    Ocean University of China 🇨🇳 Qingdao, China

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    Physics, College of Science, degrees:MS, PhD

    Virginia Tech, OIRED 🇺🇸 Blacksburg, United States

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    Physique expérimentale et instrumentation (Doctorate)

    University of Savoja 🇫🇷 Chambery, France

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    Plasma Physics (PhD) (Second Class Doctoral Degree)

    Beijing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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    Physics of the Devices, Elements and Systems (PhD)

    Sumy State University 🇺🇦 Sumy, Ukraine

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    Physics, M.S., Ph.D.

    Ohio State University 🇺🇸 Columbus, United States

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    Physique des particules (Doctorate)

    University of Savoja 🇫🇷 Chambery, France

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    Polymer Physics (PhD)

    Nanjing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Nanjing, China

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    Optics Radio Physics (PhD) (Second Class Doctoral Degree)

    Beijing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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    Physics Ph.D.

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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    Climate Physics, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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PhD in Physics – facts and figures

There are 711 PhD programmes in Physics at 398 universities and colleges in 77 countries. Most programmes are offered in United States (165), China (70) and United Kingdom (54). Institutions with the widest choice: Wuhan University, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College and Politecnico di Torino.

PhD in Physics by country

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study PhD programmes in Physics?

The directory lists 711 PhD programmes in Physics at 398 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, China and United Kingdom.

How long does a PhD in Physics take?

A PhD programme usually takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most PhD programmes in Physics worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Wuhan University, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College, Politecnico di Torino, University of California and Palacky University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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